Lectures | Hands-On Training | Course Schedule

Our 2-day, 16 CDE-credit course is designed for participants to incorporate new skills and knowledge into their practice immediately. At the completion of the course, participants will have learned various NT rotary file systems, thermoplastic filling techniques, usage of ultrasonic instruments, perforation repair using MTA, and removal of solid materials from the canals with the aid of the operating microscope.

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Lectures

If you still use K-files, the stepback, lateral and warm condensation techniques, you will be amazed by the increased speed and accuracy with which endodontics can be performed using an operating microscope, engine driven NT rotary files, System-B, Root ZX , radiovisiography and other state-of-the-art instruments.

Topics covered in the Lectures include:

• Why NT files are better than stainless steel files
• Why NT file systems will be the future of endodontics
• New efficient and predictable thermoplastic filling techniques
• Incorporation of ultrasonic instruments; safe and efficient alternatives
• Removal of posts, silver points and separated files with ease and confidence with CPR tips
• Positioning of the microscope for maximum efficiency and comfort
• Predictable identification of accessory canals under the microscope
• Location of calcified canals under the scope by recognition of dentin color change; negotiation and preparation with speed and accuracy
• Successful and predictable management of furca perforations under the scope with MTA
• Discussion of cases

This intensive hands-on training program is designed to familiarize participants with several rotary NT file systems under the operating microscope to help them become comfortable using state-of-the-art microendodontic techniques.

Hands-on demonstrations and close supervision by our experienced staff will assure an optimal learning experience.

(Drs. Syngcuk Kim and Samuel Kratchman)

 

Training Stages:

Stage 1: The Operating Microscope
Participants learn how to use the microscope including focusing, parfocaling, mirror usage and positioning on Global, Jedmed/Kaps, Leica, Möller, Seiler, and Zeiss microscopes.

Stage 2: Rotary NT File Systems
Rotary NT file systems, Lightspeed, Profiles and other systems are used on extracted teeth under the microscope. Participants learn cleaning and shaping of curved canals with efficiency and ease, and how to avoid breaking files.

Stage 3: Thermoplastic Filling
Using System-B, thermoplastic and alpha-phase gutta percha filling techniques, as well as new hybrid filling techniques are practiced on prepared teeth.

Stage 4: Hybrid NT File Technique
Emphasis is placed on using two or more NT file systems along with hand-instruments and Balanced Force Technique to take advantage of the best each has to offer. This stage is for those who wish to develop their own technique using NT rotary file systems.

Stage 5: Ultrasonic Instruments
Participants practice removal of silver points, posts and broken instruments with CPR and BUC ultrasonic instruments and specially designed micro-instruments under the microscope.

Stage 6: Perforation Repair
Special emphasis is placed on management of procedural errors, especially repairs of furca and root perforations using MTA.

 

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Course Dates

December 8-9, 2008

Course Fee: $2200

Cancellation Fee: $150

You can register in one of two ways:

1.	Phone: 215-898-4617
2.	Download the registration form and fax to: 215-573-2148

All courses are held at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. The School reserves the right to cancel or postpone a course due to unforeseen circumstances.

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